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Model reMODEL: Philadelphia, PA

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Location: Philadelphia, PA
Climate Zone: Mixed Humid
Subdivision: N/A
Builder: Owner/Contractor: Mark Wade, Remodeler: John Fries, Project Manager: Bill Asdal.
Evaluation
Start Date:
May 1999
Completion Date: July 2000
Technologies Evaluated:

Objectives:

Evaluate cost and construction issues with advanced technologies suitable for remodeling.

General Construction Information:

Philadelphia rowhome undergoing renovation.

Significant Results:

Three technologies cut installation time over conventional technologies: plastic plumbing manifold and piping system, flexible gas piping, and prefinished drywall corners.

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